The Island Cafe

Restaurant · Café & brunchKnysna

No dishes marked gluten free

69 dishesmenu read 11 Novturbinehotel.co.za

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Breakfast menu

Trading from 7h00 – 11h00
  • Continental Etagere for TwoR250

    Mini g.f.y freshly baked muffins & sweet breads, assorted cold meats & selection of local cheese, pickles & smoked salmon with relish…

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread, muffin): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists salmon): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Pastry PlateR100

    Home-made muffins, sweet bread & flapjacks with cheddar & assorted jam

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread, pastry, muffin): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheddar): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Honey Butter ToastR110

    Crispy Japanese milk bread baked with honey & butter, served with vanilla & basil marinade, with Chantilly cream & berry compote

    Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread, toast): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cream, butter, milk): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • "Hertzog" Cookie Crumble OatsR90

    Warm rolled oats w brandy flambéed apricot compote & crumbled cookies

    Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cookie, crumble): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • FlapjacksR90

    Three flapjacks w maple syrup & mixed berry compote & Chantilly cream

    Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cream): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Smoked Snoek PatéR120

    On homemade rye bread, crème fraîche, rocket, green onions, tomato, avocado & pickled red onions

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread, rye): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists creme fraiche): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Potato Hash & Poached EggsR100

    Crisp fried potato cake with two soft poached eggs, baked tomato, home-made relish, coriander hollandaise

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cake): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists hollandaise): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists egg, eggs, poached): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Spicy Chicken Livers on ToastR120

    Simmered in a spicy tomato ragout, Ganzvlei yoghurt

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists toast): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists yoghurt): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Eggs HollandaiseR95

    Poached eggs, herbed cream cheese, rocket on toasted farmhouse bread. Or smoked salmon 80; or grilled Boston butt 40

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, cream, hollandaise): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists egg, eggs, poached): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists salmon): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • WoodburnerR150

    Two fried eggs, pork sausage, streaky bacon, sautéed mushrooms & grilled tomato with toasted farmhouse bread

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists egg, eggs, fried egg): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Mushroom & Cheddar OmeletteR145

    3 egg omelette filled with sautéed mushrooms, mature cheddar, misted with white truffle, accompanied with toasted farmhouse bread

    Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheddar): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists egg, omelette): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

On the lighter side

  • Egg on ToastR65

    An egg prepared as you like, served with butter & toasted farmhouse bread

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread, toast): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists butter): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists egg): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Creamed OatsR50

    Stirred rolled oats seasoned with vanilla & cream

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cream): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Homemade GranolaR80

    Homemade granola with seasonal fruits, Ganzvlei yoghurt & raw honey

    Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists yoghurt): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • ExpressR110

    Scrambled eggs with rocket, grilled tomato, streaky bacon & toasted farmhouse bread

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists egg, eggs, scrambled): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

Dinner menu

Trading 17h00 until 21h30

Starters

  • Fresh Saldanha Bay OystersR45

    Naked or dressed with house granita

    Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists oyster, oysters): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Chef's Choice Soup of the DayR95
  • Island Café SaladR120

    Assorted garden greens, rocket, sundried tomato & pickled vegetables

    Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Grain SaladR110

    Quinoa, couscous, roast seasonal veg, fresh herbs & feta, cashew with basil pesto dressing

    Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists couscous): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists feta): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cashew, pesto): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Carpaccio TortelliniR140

    Folded venison carpaccio filled with whipped brie, crème fraîche, balsamic caviar, salsa verde & crisp ciabatta

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists tortellini, ciabatta): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists brie, creme fraiche): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Prawn CevicheR165

    Prawns in a citrus & miso dressing with herb aioli, mango, avocado salsa, crisp black focaccia

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists focaccia): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists aioli): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely soy. Soy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists miso): likely contains soy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn, prawns): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists ceviche): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Mezze PlateR100

    Homemade bread, marinated olives, feta & humus seasoned with dukkha

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists feta): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

Mains

  • Prawn Aglio Olio NeroR195

    With confit prawn oil, black spaghetti, lemon, garlic, fresh herbs & parmesan

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists spaghetti): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists parmesan): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Roasted Butternut & Sage TagliatelleR130

    With pinenuts & parmesan

    Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists tagliatelle): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists parmesan): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists pinenut): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Forest Mushroom RisottoR140

    Sautéed forest mushrooms with fresh herbs, parmesan and truffle infusion

    Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists parmesan): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Honey & Thyme Glazed Pork BellyR170

    With roasted paprika pineapple & beetroot, baby potatoes, lime emulsion & cider gel

  • Pan-Seared Line-Fish of the Day

    With summer vegetables, split herb velouté & chardonnay, saffron caviar

  • Bo-Kaap Seafood CurryR285

    Fresh seafood simmered in Doretta's secret spice & tomato curry, with steamed coconut rice, cucumber, yoghurt & pickled coconut

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists yoghurt): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Karoo Lamb Shin Ossobuco

    Slow baked lamb knuckle in a rich red wine with crisp fried saffron arancini, green bean & citrus gremolata

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists arancini): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Pan-Seared Beef FilletR285

    Served with fondant potatoes, baby carrots, baba ghanoush, split black garlic jus & dukkha

    Likely sesame. Sesame: Our guess from the ingredients (lists baba ghanoush): likely contains sesame. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Oven Roast Ostrich FilletR260

    Served on a roast cauliflower cloud and forest mushroom and pear ragout

From the grill

  • Chicken SupremeR120
  • Line-Fish of the Day
  • 21 Day Aged 250g Sirloin SteakR150
  • Ostrich FilletR140
  • Beef Fillet Steak 200gR210
  • 6 Grilled Queen PrawnsR180

    Likely shellfish. Shellfish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists prawn, prawns): likely contains shellfish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

Add ons

  • Leaf SaladR60

    With raspberry & honey dressing

  • Steamed Coconut Jasmine RiceR30
  • Roasted Seasonal VegetablesR65
  • Potato PavéR65
  • Rustic FriesR60
  • Flavoured ButterR25

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists butter): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Red Wine Beef JusR20
  • Homemade Fruit ChutneyR20
  • Smoked Mustard ChimichurriR15

Lunch menu

Trading 12h00 until 16h00
  • All Day BrekkieR115

    Fried eggs, streaky bacon, baked tomato & toasted farm bread

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists egg, eggs, fried egg): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Island Café SaladR120

    Garden greens, feta, sundried tomato, pickled vegetables & a honey raspberry dressing

    Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists feta): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Roasted Vegetables & Ancient GrainsR110

    Roasted seasonal veg, feta, cashew, fresh herbs & basil pesto dressing

    Vegetarian. Vegetarian: Inferred from ingredients. Check with staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists feta): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cashew, pesto): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Home-Smoked Chicken WrapR125

    Cheddar, tomato, parmesan dressing, cream cheese, crispy chips & homemade chutney

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists wrap): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, parmesan, cheddar): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Honey & Thyme Glazed Pork BellyR170

    With spicy pickled veg & mustard mayonnaise

    Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists mayonnaise): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Fish of the DayR185

    Crisp fried battered fish w tartar sauce & crispy chips

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists battered): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists tartar sauce, battered): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists fish): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Hunter's Pie & ChipsR230

    Slow-cooked venison with mushroom & Red Bridge Porter, citrus gremolata, buttered vegetables, crème fraîche & pickled red cabbage

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists pie): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists creme fraiche): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • D's Seafood CurryR285

    Fresh seafood simmered in a 'Bo-kaap' spiced tomato curry, with steamed coconut rice, cucumber, yoghurt & pickled coconut

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists yoghurt): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Island Café BurgerR175

    200gr beef patty, onion marmalade, bacon, cheddar, sesame bun & chips

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bun): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheddar): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely sesame. Sesame: Our guess from the ingredients (lists sesame): likely contains sesame. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Roast Chicken & Avocado SaladR220

    Avocado, baby gem lettuce, garden veg & mango dressing

  • Flame Grilled 250gr Sirloin SteakR230

    Served with veg puree, seasonal vegetables and a compound butter

    Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists butter): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

Flatbread

  • Seasonal Roast Vegetable FlatbreadR110

    Seasonal roast vegetables w couscous, feta & basil pesto

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists couscous): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists feta): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely nuts. Nuts: Our guess from the ingredients (lists pesto): likely contains nuts. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Pulled Pork FlatbreadR105

    Pulled pork, fig, blue cheese & herb cream cheese

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese, cream): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Smoked Chicken FlatbreadR110

    Smoked chicken, mayo, pickled pear, rocket & berry compote

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists mayo): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

Toasties

  • Cheese & Tomato ToastieR70

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Ham, Cheese & Tomato ToastieR85

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Smoked Chicken Mayo ToastieR85

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients: likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists mayo): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

Kids menu

  • Rustic Cut FriesR25

    With ketchup

  • Toasted Cheese SandwichR45

    Choice of homemade ciabatta or brown bread

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists bread, ciabatta): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely dairy. Dairy: Our guess from the ingredients (lists cheese): likely contains dairy. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Chicken NuggetsR45

    Chicken nuggets with ketchup

  • Fish FingersR50

    With mayonnaise

    Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists mayonnaise): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely fish. Fish: Our guess from the ingredients (lists fish): likely contains fish. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

  • Kids Beef BurgerR60

    Served with rustic cut fries

  • Free Range Chicken SchnitzelR60

    Served with rustic cut fries

    Likely gluten. Gluten: Our guess from the ingredients (lists schnitzel): likely contains gluten. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)Likely egg. Egg: Our guess from the ingredients (lists schnitzel): likely contains egg. Not the venue's word, ask staff. Menu read 11 Nov 2026 (content.turbinehotel.co.za)

Good to know

Restaurant

  • Seats outsideOpenStreetMap, read 28 Jul 2026. Evidence: outdoor_seating=yes
  • Vegetarian dishes (4)venue menu, read 11 Nov 2026. Evidence: 4 vegetarian dishes marked on the menu
  • Vegan dishes (4)venue menu, read 11 Nov 2026. Evidence: 4 vegan dishes marked on the menu
  • Takes bookingsvenue website, read 1 Nov 2026. Evidence: Books online via NowBookIt · source for Takes bookings
  • Takes group bookingsvenue website, read 4 Nov 2026. Evidence: Private Functions & Events in Pyrmont | Norcino Sydney · source for Takes group bookings

Not known yet: dog friendly, kid friendly, kids menu, wheelchair access, high chairs, byo, baby change. Ask the venue.

Facts

Facts
FactDetail
Address36 Sawtooth Ln, Knysna, 6571
AreaGarden Route
KindRestaurant · Café & brunch
Websiteturbinehotel.co.za
BookingOnline through Book online
Menu read11 Nov 2026 from turbinehotel.co.za
MapOpen in Google Maps

What diners say

No diner ratings yet.

Ratings are diners’ own experience. They don’t make a dish safe; neither do we.

Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about The Island Cafe

Does The Island Cafe have gluten-free options?

No dish is marked gluten free as served, from the menu read 11 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is The Island Cafe coeliac friendly?

Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

Can I book The Island Cafe online?

Yes, through Book online: https://www.turbinehotel.co.za/book

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